Pathankot Sightseeing Tour

Take a tour of one of the most prosperous cities of India and explore its rich culture and famous landmarks of the city Pathankot from Amritsar

Highlights:

• Take a tour of the famous tourist attractions in Pathankot on a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle from Amritsar.
• Hassle-free tour of Pathankot city without the worry of haggling over the fare with an experienced chauffeur.

Detailed overview:

Located in the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, Pathankot lies at the meeting point of the three northern states, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu Kashmir. It has been named after the Pathania Rajputs who once ruled the city. A picturesque town in itself, Pathankot also serves as the gateway to numerous popular tourist destinations in Northern India. Spend your day roaming and exploring the places of Pathankot.

Itinerary:

• Your tour will begin with a morning pick up from your hotel/residence in Amritsar city limits.
• You may take a tour of the following suggested places or add a few of your own:
• Mukteshwar Temple: It is an ancient temple that is almost 350 years old and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Perched on top of the highest point in Mukteshwar (which is a beautiful hill station that got its name after the shrine), the temple lies approximately 2312 m above the sea level.
• Nurpur Fort: Nurpur Fort is a 900-year-old fort, popular for its ancient Krishna temple located in the inner sanctum. It was built by Pathania Rajputs and later Shah Jahan named it after his beloved wife Nur Jahan.
• Ranjit Sagar Dam: It was built for irrigation and power generation. Built on River Ravi, it is a stunning work of engineering and the biggest hydroelectric project in Punjab. 
• Shahpurkandi Fort: This was built by the Shah Jahan's Rajput Chief Jaspal Singh Pathania in 1505
• Nagini Temple: The temple of snakes, it is believed that your wishes do come true here.
• Kathgarh Temple: Located in the village of Kathgarh, this temple is renowned for its 6 ft high Shivalinga. The temple is situated at a point of confluence of the Beas and Choch River offering an admiring landscape all around.
• After the completion of your tour, you will be dropped back at your hotel/residence in Amritsar.